Loewe's AW11 Advertising Campaign

Check out the Loewe's new advertising campaign for autumn/winter 2011. Featuring Spanish male model Andrés Velencoso, the campaign shows off Loewe's luxe ready to wear and leather accessories collection.

The campaign was shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggottin in the Ritz Hotel in Madrid, a century-old landmark where the Hollywood star Ava Gardner would drink with Ernest Hemingway in the Fifties and Sixties.

We defy you not to want the entire collection.

Fashion Forecast Features on Mybag.co.uk!

Check out my Q&A with hot new accessory website Mybag.co.uk! Fashion Forecast loves this Mischa Barton tote, available at Mybag.co.uk for £49.

http://blog.mybag.co.uk/2010/09/london-fashion-week-qa-hannah-eichler-magazine-fashion-forecast-blog/

Diesel Black Gold at NY Fashion Week

Diesel Black Gold showed their Spring/Summer 2011 collection at New York Fashion Week, and we loved its Californian girl feel. The collection was designed by Sophia Kokosalaki, and features vintage inspired flared trousers, fitted jackets and leather detailing – check out this hand painted number. Guests included America’s hot young things, with Lou Doillon, Julia Jones and Leigh Lezark on the front row.

Get Sneaky with Giuseppe Zanotti

Renowned footwear designer Giuseppe Zanotti has expanded his collection of elegant shoes with a new sneaker collection.

Available exclusively at Harvey Nichols, the Zanotti high-tops will feature on the all-girl designer sneaker wall on the fashion and lifestyle floor.

In butter soft leathers and plush suedes, design features include fierce studs, animal prints and girly glitter.

Ditch the stilletos, and get these hot high tops - the new and exclusive collections are in-store now,with prices starting at £146.

Young British Designers

Watch this space, new website Young British Designers is THE platform for up and coming British designers. The website provides a golbal stage for hot new talent - read about the latest design stars, shop the collections and read their amazing guest blog - I'm hooked already. Watch the video for a taste of the YBD vision. You heard it here first...

http://www.youngbritishdesigners.com/?launch_video

Salon Spy - RUSH

Finding the perfect hairdresser can take years (and lots of bad haircuts). RUSH, the multi award winning hair dressing salon has just opened its latest branch on Tottenham Court Road - the twelfth RUSH salon in London. Boasting a warm atmosphere and luxurious salon surroundings with proffessional cut and colour services for both men and women, RUSH offers exceptionally high standards of hair dressing at affordable prices. I left feeling like I'd been treated as an individual and with the best highlights I have ever had. So thanks to RUSH, it's bye bye to the bad hair days - my search for the perfect hairdresser is over, at last!

Georgia May Jagger Models for Hudson Jeans

Looks like Georgia May Jagger isn’t one to suffer whilst shopping for jeans – the rock n roll heiress has been signed up as the face of Hudson for the third time.


In her most provocative campaign yet, Georgia May shows off the Hudson Jeans Autumn/Winter 2010 collection, wearing a series of skinny, straight leg and boot cut jeans, and not much more! The campaign was shot by legendary fashion photographer Mario Sorrenti in New York and will appear in mags such as French Vogue, V Magazine and Another.


Well, with a Rolling Stone father and a supermodel mother, turns out she’s got good jeans AND good genes. 

This Charming Girl

Heirloom jewellery is having a fashion moment, and it's dainty gold chains I'm particularly loving this season. Online store This Charming Girl is a haven for the magpies among you - I'm piling up  this leaf detail necklace with another chain or two for that feminine, vintage vibe.

House of Harlow at Bunnyhug

For those of you jetting off for some last minute summer sun, look no further – your perfect sunnies are here! Online store bunnyhug.co.uk are exclusively stocking the sunglasses from Nicole Richie’s accessory label House of Harlow. Designed and worn by the style queen herself, these must have sunnies are available to pre-order now. 

Bar Refaeli Models for Passionata

Despite coming down with a serious case of the green eyed monster when we saw these pics of top model Bar Refaeli, we couldn’t help but feel a bit smug for Leonardo DiCaprio. His drop dead gorgeous girlfriend features in the new campaign for lingerie label Passionata – THE place for sexy and stylish undies on the high street. The new collection is available at House of Fraser, Figleaves and Selfridges now – we’re loving the vintage inspired shapes, ribbon detailing and luxe lace. 

ELLE Collections

It may only be July, but in the fashion world we're already thinking about Autumn/Winter. We might not have made it to all the shows, but thanks to the new copy of ELLE Collections we've got them all at our finger tips. Get prepared for colder climes now, available at all good newsagents for a mere £6.

Rewind Vintage Affairs Launches Online Boutique

Fancy getting your hands on some of the most exclusive vintage designer pieces from around the world? Yep, we thought so!

Rewind Vintage Affairs has just launched their online boutique, and we’re already addicted. Stocking 100% genuine pieces from the likes of Balmain, Givenchy, Alexander McQueen and YSL, the store is a treasure trove of vintage finds.

Click to the ‘Rare Corner’ and browse through show stopping red carpet pieces such as this gorgeous 1980s Chanel handbag – we hear Kylie Minogue has already got her eyes on it!

All items are graded from ‘gently used’ to ‘pristine with tags’ and come environmentally friendly dry cleaned and shipped worldwide in personalized eco bags.

Best get saving girls – we’re thinking we might buy ourselves a Christmas present this year! 

 

Salon Spy: Beyond MediSpa, Harvey Nichols

Housed on the heart of Harvey Nichols, London, Beyond MediSpa is a cosmetic spa offering the latest in skin care and body treatments.

The Deep Heat Lava Shell massage is a relaxing body massage which uses naturally self heating Tiger Clam shells from the Philippines as tools to release muscle tension and provide a sense of balance to the body and mind.

The use of shells in massage is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional hot stones - whilst stones require electric heating, lava shells are the world's first naturally self-heating massage tool. The shells work by placing LavaGel, a combination of salt water activator, minerals, sea kelp and algae, inside the centre of the shell which naturally heat it from within.

Seriously stress-busting, The Deep Heat Lava Shell massage offered an intense, comforting massage. My therapist concentrated on my back, using the sustained heat to release tension and soothe sore muscles. The treatment helped to melt away the knots in my upper back and left me with supple and rejuvenated muscles.

To book call 020 7201 8595, www.beyondmedispa.co.uk

The Greatest Fashion Show on Earth

Back in March, shopping Mecca Westfield London, in partnership with leading fashion magazine Sunday Times Style hosted The Greatest Fashion Show on Earth.

The three day spectacle brought together a catwalk show of 54 looks from this season's latest trends from over 700 fashion brands, from luxury labels to high street.

Tickets sold out instantly for the VIP night, which supported Naomi Campbell's Fashion For Relief Campaign and the White Ribbon Alliance to raise funds for mothers and babies in Haiti.

Well, if you missed the star studded event, fear not. Now available for all to view is an interactive video of the night, which showcases designers such as Ted Baker, Karen Millen, Zara, Armani Exchange and Twenty8Twelve. For your front row seat, visit http://uk.westfield.com/london/offers-events/westfield-five/

Liberty Launch Union Jack Collection

The World Cup looms, but forget supporting England in typical football hooliganism style; The Fashion Forecast is rooting in style with the new Union Jack collection from Liberty.

The collection consists of three scarves, two scatter cushions and a shopper, and features the Union Jack flag combined with the iconic Liberty of London floral prints. Available in store now.

Kylie Says the Magic Word

Looks like Kylie Minogue is turning her hand to magic tricks, judging by these photos!

The pint-sized popstar appears in  the Spring/Summer campaign for jewellery brand TOUS, where she plays the role of a sexy magician performing in a Parisian theatre. The campaign was shot by Ellen von Unwerth, and see’s Kylie posing alongside rabbits, saws, top hats, cards and silks mixed with the new TOUS collection.

Wonder if Kylie is available for birthday party bookings? Abracadabra! 

Giorgio Armani Designs for Lady GaGa

It seems top dog designer Giorgio Armani has got a bit of a style crush on Lady Gaga! After designing outfits for her performance at the Grammy Awards and also her Monster’s Ball Tour, Lady Gaga appeared on American Idol this week in another specially designed Armani outfit.

The outfit comprised of a silk mesh bodysuit with embroidered Chantilly lace and crystal and jet beading, a silk organza cape with an embroidered hood and black patent stiletto boots.

“Dressing Lady Gaga for the Grammy Awards, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Gala, and now for American Idol has been a very exciting project. To complement the spirit of Lady Gaga herself, I have let my imagination run free, and the outfit I have created for her for American Idol is pure fantasy."

Do we feel a Gaga/Armani designer collaboration coming on?!

Welcome to The Dressing Room

As if the internet wasn’t a dangerous enough place for Mr. Mastercard, I have just discovered The Dressing Room.

The women’s boutique, which has a stand alone store in St Albans, has gone from strength to strength since the opening in May 2005; it was awarded Best New Fashion Business at the Drapers Awards 2006 and Independent Womenswear Retailer of the Year at the Drapers Fashion Awards in November 2009.

From jeans and tops to jackets and accessories, the store and online shop sell top brands from Angel Jackson to Wildfox, with impressive services including personal styling and Dressing Room to You – a home shopping/party service. My personal favourite has to be the in store shoe lounge, which houses footwear brands such as Steve Madden and Ash.

Check out what The Dressing Room has to offer at http://www.the-dressingroom.com/ – just don’t blame me when the credit card bills come rolling in....

Fashion Against Aids at H&M

If you haven’t started thinking about your festival wardrobe already, your festival style dilemmas are now solved, thanks to H&M.

On May 20th, H&M launches its 'Fashion Against Aids' collection; a festival range for men and women which donates 25% of the sales to HIV and Aids youth awareness charities.

The festival collection marks the third year that H&M has supported the fight against AIDS, by promoting awareness of HIV/AIDS among the young, investigating new methods of peer group education and campaigning, as well as raising awareness about safe sex among the young.

The collection includes tents, sleeping bags and chairs, as well as clothing and other accessories – star buys include the all over sequin jackets, leather jackets and maxi dresses.

Testing, testing, one two

Utility Test

Styling: Hannah Eichler

Photographer: Giorgio Murru

Hair & Make up: Kasia Kaniewska

Salon Spy - SUQQU, Selfridges

Deriving from the Japanese word ‘sukku,’ which means ‘posture with attitude,’ Suqqu’s Gankin massage is a revolutionary treatment which explores the relationship between facial muscles and skin tone.

Following a thorough cleanse, tone and moisturise with SUQQU’s own range of skincare, my consultant started with the forehead area, and worked through to the eye, mouth and cheek area, using pressure to relieve tension, drain lymph nodes and stimulate blood circulation. I was amazed at the improvement of the lines on my forehead after such a short amount of time – lines were visibly reduced and my skin was left plumped up.

With such fantastic results I will definitely be integrating the techniques into my daily skincare regime. The 11 step technique is quick and easy to learn and provides your facial muscles with a daily work out, increases skin firmness and combats decreased muscle tone caused by ageing.

If that hasn’t left you convinced, research has shown that the Gankin massage techniques can take up to seven years off your age with regular massages and use of the skincare regime over four weeks.

The SUQQU counter is located in the Living Beauty hall in Selfridges, London.

http://www.suqqu.com/

Fashion Targets Breast Cancer 2010

We always said these girls would look good in a bin liner, but this just takes the biscuit! Kylie Minogue, Sienna Miller and Claudia Schiffer are appearing in the latest campaign of UK charity Breakthrough Breast Cancer, wearing nothing but a silk sheet.

The campaign has been shot by world-renowned photographer Mario Testino, and aims to raise over £1million for the charity. Retailers including M&S, River Island, Warehouse, Topshop, Coast, Laura Ashley, my-wardrobe.com, Whistles, Superdry and Melissa Odabash, have joined forces with Fashion Targets Breast Cancer by stocking items to be sold especially for the cause, with at least 30% of the price of each item going directly to Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

Fashion Targets Breast Cancer 2010 marks the first time that Kylie Minogue has fronted a breast cancer charity campaign, since her own diagnosis five years ago.  She said:

"It means so much to me to be part of this years' campaign for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. I wholeheartedly support their efforts to raise funds for the vital work undertaken by Breakthrough Breast Cancer."

Visit fashiontargetsbreastcancer.org.uk for more information.

Put Others in the Shade with Chanel

The trend for bold, sporty sunglasses may be big news this season, but this Spring I'll be putting the trend in the shade with these chic sunglasses from Chanel. With their two tone frame and oh so flattering oval lenses, who care's if the British summertime never comes, we'll enjoy posing in them anyway.

Salon Spy: Chi Yu Wellness Centre

Chi Yu Wellness Centre is the destination for an oasis of calm in the heart of urban Marylebone, London.

Inspired by traditional Japanese philosophies, Chi Yu is a holistic wellness centre which offers oriental and complementary therapies and beauty treatments.

I opt for Chi Yu’s signature facial, the Chidoriya Japanese Facial, which combines acupressure, meridian massage and lymphatic drainage to improve skin texture and repair skin cells. The treatment uses the natural Chidoriya product range which was developed in Kyoto, Japan for Maiko dancing girls and Geisha.

Following a thorough cleanse and refreshing exfoliation, Chi Yu’s owner Mami Tsang used cool jade rollers to help lymphatic drainage. She then applied a calamine clay mask with lavender and rosehip oils to combat oiliness and dry skin and used her magical hands to massage out the knots in my neck and shoulders. My treatment was finished with a dusting of natural silk and pearl powder and Yuzu citrus lip balm.

The Chidoriya Japanese Facial left me feeling rejuvenated and relaxed with all signs of tense muscles positively banished. The results continued the following morning, when I awoke to clear and refreshed skin after one of the best nights sleep!

Head to Chi Yu for classic Eastern treatments in the city, and continue the pampering at home with Chidoriya natural skin care products – the Yuzu citrus lip balm is my new beauty staple.

http://www.chi-yu.co.uk/ 020 7486 0304

Fairtrade Cotton Collection Launches at Warehouse

High street store Warehouse expands their Warehouse Cares label this spring with a new collection made from 100% Fairtrade cotton.

As a licensee of the Fairtrade Foundation, the entire supply chain at Warehouse ensures cotton farmers are offered a better deal, and receive a fair and stable Fairtrade price and Fairtrade premium.

The trend led collection features roll up trousers, peek-a-boo blouses and button camisoles in a muted colour palette of khaki, grey, navy and cream. We like this cute cami, which we'll pair with denim shorts and gladiator sandals come summer.

http://www.warehouse.co.uk/

Giorgio Armani for Lady GaGa

Ever since she hit the music scene last year, Lady GaGa’s outfits have gained more column inches than we can count – this week alone she was spotted wearing a Phillip Treacey lobster headpiece and a video camera mounted on one shoulder.

GaGa kicked off her Monster Ball world tour last week, and The Fashion Forecast has had a sneak preview of the outfits that Giorgio Armani has designed for her to wear during the tour.

With key looks including sparkly structured body suits, geometric mini dresses and floor length black patent trenches, each look is completed with specially made matching shoes and sunglasses, all by Armani.

Giorgio Armani says, “We hear Lady Gaga’s music everywhere we go, it is like a soundtrack of our times. In addition to her formidable songwriting skills, she is a modern fashion phenomenon.”

Go West with A|Wear

As seen at Dolce & Gabbana and Ralph Lauren, the western trend is one of the hottest looks for this season. We love how the high street has picked up on the trend, with casual basics, boots and lots of denim!

Top of our western wish list is the new Dakota Blue collection from A|Wear. Cut off waistcoats, logo t-shirts and worn denim are mixed with retro florals and lace dresses for the perfect cowgirl look, with prices ranging from £16 to £50. 

www.awear.com 

Shop the Military Trend at Warehouse

The military trend is one of the hottest looks for this season, and no one has done it better on the high street than Warehouse.

This week sees the launch of Warehouse Utility; a collection which features pieces with a modern twist on the trends which launched the store as Warehouse Utility Clothing in 1976.

The collection features military inspired jackets, shorts and trousers in a palette of khaki, grey and sandy tones. Sequins, studs, embroidery and chain fringing add a feminine edge to distressed jerseys and oversized knits.

Warehouse Utility launches in store nationwide and online this week. Attention!

http://www.warehouse.co.uk/

10 Corso Como for Liberty

London shopping Mecca Liberty is celebrating 1960s Flower Power this month with a covetable collaboration with directional Milanese concept store, 10 Corso Como.

The limited edition collection has been commissioned by the artist Kris Ruhs and draws inspiration from the archives of the Liberty of London brand.

‘10 Corso Como for Liberty of London’ includes a capsule collection for both men and women, with swimwear, classic shirts, leather goods and summer accessories – all which feature a contemporary twist on the iconic Liberty of London ‘Ianthe’ print.

The Spring/Summer collection is available now at Liberty, 10 Corso Como in Milan and Seoul, and online at http://www.libertyoflondon.co.uk/

Erin O'Connor for Hovis

She’s modelled for every top dog in the industry including John Galliano, Christian Dior and Dolce & Gabbana, and featured in every magazine from Vogue to i-D. Well, Erin O’Connor is about to add another top name to her CV because she’s just signed up to be the new face of Hovis.

Yes, you heard right. Supermodel Erin O’Connor, who founded The Model Sanctuary, an oasis for models away from the catwalk, is supporting Hovis by launching a ‘British Fashion Wheat’ sandwich. The sandwich is made using bread made from flour milled from 100% British Wheat which will be on offer to models at The Model Sanctuary during London Fashion Week.

Erin said: “Fashion Week is the highlight of the year for models but it’s also an incredibly busy and stressful time. The Model Sanctuary offers a free, safe and relaxing getaway, staffed by a full-time nutritionist, psychologist and other experts on hand to help out the models. This year I’ve worked with nutritionists at Hovis to create the British Fashion Wheat sandwich specifically for our models to help keep them looking and feeling great during their busy week. It’s made from Hovis 100% British Wheat Original Wheatgerm bread, avocado, smoked salmon and sun-blushed tomatoes and contains a great balance of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.”

Apparantly carbs aren't alien to the fashion industry after all....

Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier for OmniPeace

In all my years of credit card bills, I am yet to find perfect t-shirt - until now. On the last day of London Fashion Week, Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier launches their first humanitarian clothing line with OmniPeace.

The limited edition collection includes three distinct styles for women and one for men, all which feature Don Ed Hardy artwork and Christian Audigier iconic graphics within the OmniPeace African continent and peace-sign logo.

The campaign, which works to build schools in Africa, has won support from celebrities such as David Beckham, Eva Longoria, Courtney Cox, Naomi Campbell, Zac Efron, Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Alba, Gwen Stefani, Sheryl Crow and Paloma Faith (pictured).

The t-shirts will be available from the 23rd of February, priced at £139 with 25% of the proceeds being donated to Omnipeace.

Stylish t-shirts which support a good cause - the search is over!

Winter Kate Launches at My Wardrobe

Following the sell-out success of her debut jewellery collection House of Harlow 1960 last year, style icon Nicole Richie has just launched her ready-to-wear collection, Winter Kate.

Available exclusively at My Wardrobe, the collection features feminine maxi dresses, delicate chiffon and lace jackets and tunic tops, all with Nicole’s signature luxe boho style. Plus there’s even a House of Harlow footwear collection - an eclectic mix of heels, moccasin boots, wedges and flat sandals - Fashion Forecast loves these legs-go-on -forever nude platforms.

Speaking of the collection, Nicole said: “Fashion should be accessible. That was my philosophy when designing House of Harlow 1960 and it remains my philosophy for Winter Kate. I started working on this collection in early 2009, the pieces can be dressed up, made casual but most importantly, they provide the wearer a means of self-expression and fun.”

Get your hands on the collection, available now at http://www.my-wardrobe.com/.

Salon Spy - SPC Spa at Stoke Park

Set within 350 acres of historic parkland, and voted one of the top ten Spas in Britain by Tatler, SPA SPC at Stoke Park Club is the ideal retreat.

SPA SPC is situated in the Pavilion building, which houses 28 luxury bedrooms, indoor heated swimming pool, marble steam rooms, relaxation room, hair salon, nail bar, state of the art gym and 13 multi surface tennis courts.

During my stay I experienced the SPC Aromaheat massage, which uses Hawaiian, Balinese and Thai massage techniques to relax and restore tense muscles. The treatment involves rolling a heated poultice, full of active herbal ingredients along the body to create full relaxation. This is then followed by a pampering hands on massage with warm essential oils to promote extended results. My therapist was friendly, utterly professional and I was left feeling relaxed with soothed muscles.

After such a lavish massage, I was treated to a staggeringly luxurious evening meal in The Dining Room. Executive Head Chef Chris Wheeler joined Stoke Park in 2003 following his role of Group Head Chef at Jean-Christophe Novelli’s empire of Michelin starred London restaurants. I enjoyed Dorset crab, followed by pan fried fillet of sea bass and chocolate supp to finish – needless to say, I will be returning!

Retreat to Stoke Park Club – click to http://www.stokepark.com/ or call 01753 717171.

RIP Alexander McQueen

It’s a sad day for the fashion industry, because yesterday the British fashion designer Alexander McQueen, real name Lee, was found dead in his London home.

The news comes days before London Fashion Week, and just a month before he was due to present his new collection at Paris Fashion Week.

McQueen was most famous for his controversial catwalk shows, and had been awarded the British Designer of the Year four times. He trained at London’s prestigious Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, then set up his own label in 1993 before going on to work as head designer at Givenchy. He has dressed some of the most famous women, including Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell and his close friend Isabella Blow, who died in 2007.

His company, Alexander McQueen, issued a statement saying: "On behalf of Lee McQueen's family, Alexander McQueen today announces the tragic news that Lee McQueen, the founder and designer of the Alexander McQueen brand, has been found dead at his home. At this stage it is inappropriate to comment on this tragic news beyond saying that we are devastated and are sharing a sense of shock and grief with Lee's family. Lee's family has asked for privacy in order to come to terms with this terrible news and we hope the media will respect this."

RIP to a fashion legend.

Nicholas Kirkwood Designs for Liberty

In celebration of Carnaby Street’s 50th Anniversary, Nicholas Kirkwood has designed a collection of shoes using Liberty Art Fabrics.

The collection features the distinctive Liberty floral prints spread over instantly recognisable Kirkwood designs.

Get it in your diary – the collection is exclusively available at Liberty from the end of May 2010.

www.liberty.co.uk

Sonia Rykiel Knitwear lands at Hennes!

Roll on next week, because at long last Sonia Rykiel’s exclusive knitwear collection lands at H&M!

Sonia Rykiel’s design classics have filtered through into the collection for H&M, with striped sweaters, dresses and scarves embellished with bows and slogans.

“It feels fantastic, after the launch of our lingerie collection, to be asked to design a second collection for H&M. This time, I felt like offering the essence of Rykiel – knits, of course – because knits are the second skin of women; knits, because Rykiel is the queen of knits forever, from Saint Germain des Prés to all over the world,” says Nathalie Rykiel, president and artistic director of Sonia Rykiel.

Snap up a Rykiel design classic at H&M from 20th February.

www.hm.com

Chanel Particulière Returns to Selfridges!

When Chanel launched Particulière, their mushroom nail polish on January 29th, main stockists Selfridges sold out within hours and quickly started a waiting list for the coveted shade.

The Fashion Forecast bears good news, because the polish, which was first spotted on Lily Allen at Chanel’s Spring / Summer 2010 catwalk show, will now be available again from tomorrow at Selfridges!

Hot foot it down to Selfridges tomorrow, and get your finger tips on the must have Chanel Particulière nail polish, for £19. Expect a queue!

Selfridges 020 7318 2372

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Models for Monsoon

She made her catwalk debut for high-end underwear label Victoria’s Secret in 2006 and appeared in a short film for Agent Provocateur, so it seems model Rosie Huntington–Whiteley is no stranger to the posh pants scene.

Famous for her perfect pout, Rosie has now been signed up to be the face of high street store Monsoon’s Spring/Summer 2010 Underwear collection. Inspired by the 1920s Art Deco era, the collection combines couture detailing and vintage styling with the finest French lace, delicate spot mesh and soft blush satins.

Bra sizes range from 34B through to 38E with prices ranging from £15 - £40

www.monsoon.co.uk

Asos Launch Africa Collection

This month sees the launch of ASOS Africa - a clothing and accessories collection that has been designed, sourced and produced by community groups in Africa.

The collection includes contemporary jumpsuits, playsuits, blazers and cropped trousers which have been re-worked using traditional African techniques.

Plus, the collection is as ethical as it is stylish – all workers are given training and fair pay.
Tribal prints are one of this season’s hottest trends, so get shopping – as if you needed any excuse!

www.asos.com

ELLEuk.com gets Appy

ELLEuk.com, the website of the worlds biggest selling fashion magazine, has just launched their first iPhone application, giving free access to ELLE’s popular Horoscope content.

With daily, monthly and yearly astrological updates straight to your phone from ELLE’s resident astrologers The Saturn Sisters, the ELLEuk.com application is available now – download it for free from the Apple store on iTunes.

Mary Richardson, Digital Brand Manager of ELLEuk.com said: “While fashion and beauty is ELLEuk.com’s core content, our premium horoscope channel is extremely popular and has established a cult online following. We’re delighted to be able to engage with our readers in an exciting new way by offering them an insight into their star sign at any time they choose from their iPhone.”

It seems ELLEuk.com is written in the stars!

ELLE have also announced the date of their annual ELLE Style Awards on 22 February. The event, in association with high-street retailer Next, also marks ELLE’s 25th Anniversary and will be hosted by ELLE editor in chief Lorraine Candy at the Grand Connaught Rooms in London.

Harvey Nics goes Retro

Cult French label American Retro launches it’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection next month. Designed exclusively for Harvey Nichols, the collection includes wearable yet directional pieces, with weathered chunky knits, summer dresses and sporty blazers. Fashion Forecast predicts a sell out of the luxe jumpsuits….we love.

Fashion's Finest Design T-shirts for Charity

Thought it was impossible to own designer clothing for high-street prices AND give to charity? Think again!

Some of the biggest names in the fashion industry, including Christian Lacroix, Luella Bartley, Betty Jackson and Alice Temperley have designed a range of organic T-shirts to raise money for The Environmental Justice Foundation. With a host of fashion talent backing the campaign, including models Lily Cole and Coco Rocha, the sale of the T-shirts will help the charity to end the use of forced child labour and pesticides in cotton production. The T-shirts cost just £30 and £10 from each T-shirt goes directly to The Environmental Justice Foundation, so get your hands on one now at online fashion store Oli.co.uk. That’s our good deed done for the day!

Saturday Styling at Start

Brix Smith Start, the owner of East London boutqiue Start, has just launched her Saturday Styling sessions .

Book an hour session with Brix, and she’ll share her expert style advice for whatever you’re looking for, whether it’s the perfect party dress, the ultimate pair of jeans or an updated LBD.

To book a session with Brix, simply call 020 7739 8071 or email stylebybrix@start-london.com

Cristiano Ronaldo models for Armani

Cristiano Ronaldo has just been announced as the new face of Emporio Armani Underwear and Armani Jeans, coinciding with Spring Summer 2010 advertising campaign.

Of Cristiano, Giorgio Armani said: “For me, he is the essence of youth – spontaneous, exciting, a real maverick. It is for his energy that I have chosen Cristiano to become the new face of Armani Jeans and Emporio Armani Underwear.”

Nothing to do with the fact he puts a whole new spin on a pair of Y-Fronts then...

Dita for Moschino

Trouble sleeping? Burlesque artist Dita Von Teese has collaborated with Moschino to design a limited edition eyemask in order to raise money for AmfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research.

The mask features ‘trompe l’oeil’ eyelash detailing on pink silk and is embellished with ‘Dita for Moschino’ in rhinestones, and will be sold exclusively at www.moschino.com.

Profits will be donated to amfAR, one of the world’s leading nonprofit organisations, dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and the advocacy of sound AIDS-related public policy.

Suddenly, eye masks have become a lot more appealing…

Daisy Lowe for Swarovski Crystallized

We’ve had word that A-Lister Daisy Lowe is to launch her own jewellery collection this month, and we can’t wait to get our hands on it!

The limited edition collection, which has been designed in collaboration with Swarovski Crystallized, takes its influence from Daisy’s love of the solar system and includes a bracelet, necklace and earrings, with prices from £52.

The collection will be available from 20th January, but register now at www.swarovski-crystallized.com/daisylowe and you’ll be amongst the first to know when it goes in-store. Check out the exclusive video - you saw it here first!

Oasis Mobile Gift Voucher

Oasis has become one of our favourite online destinations for high street shopping, since re-launching their website in September 2008, and it’s about to get even better.

Oasis has announced the launch of their new Mobile Phone Gift Voucher - perfect for those last minute gifts! Log on to www.oasismobilevoucher.com, enter any amount up to £300, the recipients details and a personal message, then pay and Oasis will do the rest. Each voucher appears as a personalised text message that is safely stored on your friend or relative’s mobile phone, which they can redeem in stores nationwide.

The good news doesn’t end there, because Oasis has also launched their new and improved Oasis i-Phone Application. With a simple to use shopping basket and check out facility, the Oasis Ap offers an easy shopping experience on the move, meaning that getting your hands on the must-have new season collection couldn’t be easier!